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Lithography is a process of reproducing a drawing by printing it in reverse on limestone. This printing technique was invented by the German Alois Senefelder in 1799 and popularized in France in the early 19th century. Throughout the century, lithography was assimilated by renowned artists such as Delacroix, G\u00e9ricault and Manet. It made an artist’s work accessible at lower cost. That’s why, in the 20th century, a veritable lithography market was established in France: great artists such as Pablo Picasso, Marc Chagall and Henri Matisse created numerous works in lithography, whether for illustrated books, posters or albums. These productions contributed to the popularity and popularity of the technique. <\/p>\n<\/p>\n
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On the market, prices from one lithograph to another can vary from several thousand to hundreds of thousands of euros. This is due to many factors, not least the artist’s reputation. So what are the criteria for estimating the value of a lithograph? <\/p>\n<\/p>\n
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Unsurprisingly, the fame of the creator is a consubstantial element in the value of the lithograph. As with all works of art, the popularity of the artist increases the price. For example, prints by Pablo Picasso or Marc Chagall are recognized as being of very high value. <\/p>\n<\/p>\n
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But the fame of its author is not enough to set the price of a print! It’s the quality of the work that counts. Lithographs, engravings and etchings, made on paper, are very fragile. They are sensitive to sunlight and dust, and can be torn. If a work is poorly preserved, its value plummets instantly, even if it was created by Pablo Picasso or Joan Miro. It is therefore essential to observe the color and condition of the paper before setting a price. The value of two lithographs from the same series can vary dramatically, depending on how well or poorly they have been conserved. <\/p>\n<\/p>\n
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The quality of a print is also an important indicator of its value. A good command of the lithography technique is essential. <\/p>\n<\/p>\n
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